Leeks Baked with Cream Bacon and Bay Leaves
Delight in the rich, comforting flavors of Leeks Baked with Cream, Bacon, and Bay Leaves—a luxurious side dish that’s irresistibly creamy and deeply savory. This recipe features tender leeks, perfectly nestled in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream, milk, and fragrant bay leaves, creating a flavor-packed base. Crispy unsmoked bacon and a touch of garlic lend a smoky, aromatic profile, while a blanket of golden, melted Parmesan cheese adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also an elegant choice for pairing with roasted meats, poultry, or a slice of crusty bread for a comforting meal. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy weeknight dinner, this baked leek recipe is a must-try for lovers of hearty, French-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large leeks
- 200 grams unsmoked bacon
- 300 ml heavy cream
- 150 ml milk
- 3 pieces bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Thoroughly wash the leeks to remove any grit, then trim off the dark green tops and root ends. Cut the leeks in half lengthwise.
In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the bacon (chopped into small pieces) and cook until lightly browned and crispy, about 5 minutes.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the pan with the bacon and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Arrange the leeks in a baking dish, cut-side up. If necessary, cut them further into smaller lengths to fit the dish.
Pour the cooked bacon and garlic mixture evenly over the leeks.
In a bowl, combine the heavy cream, milk, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and pour this mixture over the leeks, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
Tuck the bay leaves into the dish, spreading them around evenly for flavor infusion.
Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue to bake for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Remove the bay leaves before serving. Serve hot as a side dish or on its own with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.5 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.2 g | 566% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 650 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 4774 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.7 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 113.2 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1354 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 3254 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
